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Greater Hobart / Hobart - North West
$510
Median rent / wk
Period ending Jun 2026
+13.1%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Jun 2026
6,455
People
17 Jul 2026
+6.9%
Growth since 2021
Census
9
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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6,455
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 6,037 people
14.81 km²
Land area
435.9 /km²
Density
9.4%
Unemployment
41 /yr
Resi approvals
Located 25 kilometers west-northwest from the Hobart CBD, the suburb of New Norfolk presents a unique combination of historic appeal and natural landscapes in the Derwent Valley of Tasmania. As of May 2026, the population is estimated at approximately 6,455 residents, which represents an increase of 418 people (6.9%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 6,037. This demographic estimate is calculated by Districts using yearly statistical area ERP counts and quarterly national address updates. The suburb of New Norfolk is characterized by moderate population growth and a demographic profile that features a standard age distribution alongside lower quartile income levels and lower average education rates. The local economy is supported by affordable housing and a notable employment base in healthcare, construction, and utilities, with an above-average number of children per family. Known for its Georgian architecture, historic churches, antique stores, and local markets, the suburb of New Norfolk serves as a popular destination for visitors seeking historical heritage and natural scenery along its picturesque river landscapes.
Estimated residents are up from 6,037 at the 2021 Census — a change of 418 people, or 6.9%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
New Norfolk ranks in the 63rd percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +6.9% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 422 residents by 2041 — growth of 6.5% on the current estimated population.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.3% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average resident incomes
New Norfolk ranks in the 7th percentile nationally for income (score 0.7/10).
Lower household incomes can constrain rent growth and buyer depth, and increase sensitivity to interest-rate and cost-of-living pressure.
Weak local employment drivers
New Norfolk ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for employment drivers (score 0.8/10).
Areas with limited local job creation rely more heavily on commuting access and broader regional employment conditions.
Limited public transport access
New Norfolk ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for transport & access (score 2/10).
Car-dependent locations can appeal to a narrower tenant pool and are more exposed to fuel and commuting costs.
Below-average amenity provision
New Norfolk ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for amenities (score 0.8/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Lower education outcomes
New Norfolk ranks in the 5th percentile nationally for education (score 0.5/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for New Norfolk. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Recent residential development output has been above average within New Norfolk when compared nationally
Detail
Based on Districts assessments of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical zone data, the suburb of New Norfolk has averaged approximately 41 approved dwellings annually, yielding a total of 207 projected residential builds over the past 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 48 approvals have been registered. Given that an average of 1.8 individuals moved to the area for every constructed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, demand and supply appear well-matched, supporting market stability, while new homes carry an average building cost of $385,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end construction. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $2.8 million have been registered during this financial year, highlighting the residential orientation of the area.
Relative to Greater Hobart, the suburb of New Norfolk exhibits 52.0% higher building approval activity per resident, giving purchasers a broader selection. Recent building permits consist of 97.0% single houses and 3.0% medium and high-density projects, preserving the historical low-density profile with a focus on detached homes for families seeking space. Averaging roughly 186 residents per building permit, the suburb of New Norfolk displays the hallmarks of an expanding area.
Looking forward, the suburb of New Norfolk is projected to add 422 residents by 2041 according to the most recent quarterly estimate by Districts. In light of current building volumes, residential supply is positioned to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for home buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current projections.
No development applications were found in New Norfolk.
0 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 26 | 867 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 48 | 1,076 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 32/97.7% | 829/88.4% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 1/2.3% | 108/11.6% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 41 | 1,310 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 207 | 6,550 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 5.4 | 3.7 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 6.8 | 5.2 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 1.4 | 0.7 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 1.8 | 1.3 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 185 | 274 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 385 | 272 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 2,757 | 666,648 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 63 | 58 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
New Norfolk has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally
Detail
Changes to infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. A total of 7 projects have been identified by Districts as having potential local impacts. Significant developments include The Mills Precinct, containing the Noble Life New Norfolk Resort, the Derwent Valley Health and Wellbeing Hub, the expansion of The Agrarian Kitchen, and the Willow Court Heritage Precinct Redevelopment, with relevant details provided below.
Education & Training
PlanningAdaptive reuse of the former Royal Derwent Hospital nurses quarters within The Mills precinct into Campus7140, a proposed education, training and conferencing centre targeting universities, registered training organisations, corporate education providers and government agencies. Public information indicates the concept remains in the planning phase while broader activity continues across the wider Mills precinct.
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
PlanningAdaptive reuse of Australia's oldest continually operated asylum site. Includes heritage interpretation centre, tourism facilities, hospitality venues, and potential museum development. Multiple buildings undergoing restoration.
Source 1 for Willow Court Heritage Precinct Redevelopment (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Willow Court Heritage Precinct Redevelopment (opens in new tab)
Manufacturing
Under AssessmentAdaptive reuse and expansion of heritage buildings at the historic Willow Court precinct into Tasmania's first dedicated rum distillery since 1838. The multi-stage master plan incorporates an expanded micro-distillery, visitor tasting bar, commercial kitchen, and community event venue.
Source for New Norfolk Distillery Expansion (opens in new tab)
Tourism
PlanningRedevelopment of High Street market facilities to enhance tourist appeal and support local producers. Part of broader town centre revitalization efforts.
Source 1 for New Norfolk Market Redevelopment (opens in new tab)Source 2 for New Norfolk Market Redevelopment (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
ConstructionNoble Life New Norfolk Resort is a $75 million over-50s lifestyle community set on 9.5 hectares in the Derwent Valley. Following the 2024 administration of the broader Mills Precinct, Noble Life proceeded independently. Construction is actively underway, with the first concrete slabs for Stage One poured in March 2026. Stage One delivers 26 two- and three-bedroom homes built in partnership with Wilson Homes, with the first residents expected by late 2026. Upon completion, the gated resort will feature 186 homes, a clubhouse, heated indoor pool, cinema, library, and gym.
Source 1 for Noble Life New Norfolk Resort (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Noble Life New Norfolk Resort (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around New Norfolk (TAS), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$130,000
Land · 0 bed · 797m² land
Listed 23 Mar 2026
$489,000
House · 2 bed · 702m² land
Listed 24 Aug 2026
$250,000
Land · 0 bed · 555m² land
Listed 3 June 2026
$199,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 895m² land
Listed 14 Feb 2022
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 916m² land
Listed 28 Aug 2025
$325,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 1,901m² land
Listed 2 Apr 2026
$635,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 836m² land
Listed 12 July 2026
$499,000
House · 3 bed · 410m² land
Listed 17 Aug 2026
$700,000
House · 3 bed · 558m² land
Listed 25 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 41 in 2026 · 216 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in New Norfolk with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Norfolk | — | 6,455 | — | — | — |
| Granton | 14.3 km | 1,887 | — | — | — |
| Claremont (Tas.) | 15.4 km | 8,699 | — | — | — |
| Chigwell | 15.6 km | 2,159 | — | — | — |
| Austins Ferry | 15.6 km | 2,760 | — | — | — |
| Bridgewater (Tas.) | 15.8 km | 5,070 | — | — | — |
| Berriedale | 15.9 km | 2,974 | — | — | — |
| Rosetta | 16.7 km | 2,824 | — | — | — |
| Montrose (Tas.) | 17.3 km | 2,198 | — | — | — |
| Gagebrook | 17.6 km | 1,615 | — | — | — |
| Old Beach | 17.8 km | 4,800 | — | — | — |
| Brighton (Tas.) | 18.2 km | 5,595 | — | — | — |
| Glenorchy (Tas.) | 18.4 km | 12,105 | — | — | — |
| West Moonah | 19.8 km | 4,467 | — | — | — |
| Moonah | 20.8 km | 6,022 | — | — | — |
| Lenah Valley | 21.0 km | 6,746 | — | — | — |
| Lutana | 21.8 km | 2,573 | — | — | — |
| New Town (Tas.) | 22.1 km | 6,850 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Affordable housing options
Notable healthcare employment base
Elevated utilities employment
Above-average children per family
Pronounced construction employment presence
Above-average growth since Census
Population growth over recent years well above the national average
Population Growth
6.3
Density
4.1
Development Activity
6.3
Employment Drivers
0.8
Infrastructure Drivers
4.3
Education
0.5
Amenities
0.8
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Population growth drivers in New Norfolk are above average based on Districts' ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Detail
Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by Districts since the Census indicates the population of the suburb of New Norfolk is estimated to be approximately 6,455 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 418 people (6.9%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,037 residents. This shift is derived from a resident population of 6,333, calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025, combined with 279 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 435 persons per square kilometer, offering generous personal space and capacity for future construction. The 6.9% expansion rate of the suburb of New Norfolk since the 2021 census outperformed the SA3 area (1.1%) as well as the SA4 territory, positioning it as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately of the overall population rise in recent times, though other contributors such as overseas migration and natural growth also registered positive gains.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment conditions in New Norfolk face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally
Detail
The suburb of New Norfolk possesses a balanced labor force split between professional and manual occupations, alongside a strong representation of public service fields, alongside an unemployment rate of 9.4% calculated from aggregated statistical data. As of March 2026, 2,591 local residents are employed, which leaves the unemployment rate 5.0% higher than the Greater Hobart level of 4.4%, indicating capacity for progress, while workforce participation is notably lower at 54.9% compared to 63.8% in Greater Hobart. According to Census data, a modest 5.1% of workers performed their duties from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The suburb of New Norfolk has a particularly high concentration of construction jobs, with employment levels reaching times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for only of the local workforce compared to in Greater Hobart. A comparison between the census working population and the resident labor pool suggests the area offers limited local employment options.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to Districts analysis
Detail
Taxpayer earnings in the suburb of New Norfolk fall short of the country-wide average based on financial year 2023 ATO statistics aggregated by Districts. Local taxpayers recorded a median income of $45,215 and an average income of $49,891, which contrasts with Greater Hobart figures of $54,577 and $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, updated estimates indicate figures of approximately $50,166 for median income and $55,354 for average income as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 shows household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of New Norfolk are situated between the 8th and 9th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that the $400 - 799 weekly earnings bracket includes 29.0% of the population, representing people, which differs from the broader region where the - range is most common at . Financial stress from housing is prominent, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
New Norfolk is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Detail
Residential formats in the suburb of New Norfolk at the time of the latest Census consisted of 91.2% houses and 8.7% other housing types, such as semi-detached properties, units, or alternative options, compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings in metropolitan Hobart. Home ownership in the suburb of New Norfolk was slightly below metropolitan Hobart at 31.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with mortgages (36.6%) or renters (31.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,127, which is notably lower than the metropolitan Hobart average of $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $290 compared to the metropolitan Hobart average of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of New Norfolk are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are well below the national figure of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
New Norfolk features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size
Detail
Families make up 68.0% of local households, consisting of 22.5% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 16.9% single parent households. The remaining 32.0% consists of non-family households, with lone person households representing 30.0% of the total and group households accounting for 2.0%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the average for Greater Hobart.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
New Norfolk faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
Detail
The community experiences lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 10.1% compared to the SA4 regional average of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 6.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 37.3% of individuals aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.9%) and certificates (30.4%).
A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.5% of residents currently attending an educational institution. This figure is composed of of residents in primary education, in secondary education, and enrolled in tertiary programs.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
10km · score 3
Child Care
1.3km · score 36
GP
11km · score 3
Government Services
19km · score 3
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 0 | 1,706 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 0 | 535 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 0 | 52,201 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 0 | 123 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 0 | 1,296 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 0 | 151 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 0 | 4.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 0 | 482 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 20 | 94 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 5.1% | 9.3% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 93.8% | 88.7% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.0% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 92.3% | 83.2% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 0.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 3.7% | 7.5% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 3.2% | 5.9% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.0% | 1.4% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in New Norfolk is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Health indicators present challenges in the suburb of New Norfolk, according to Districts data on mortality and chronic illness rates across different age cohorts, with private health insurance coverage standing at a low rate of approximately 47% of the population, representing about 3,030 people. This compares to a rate of 51.7% in Greater Hobart and a national average of 55.7%.
Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 12.2% and 11.5% of the population. Meanwhile, 58.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Chronic illness rates are elevated among working-age individuals, and residents aged and over make up of the population, representing people, which is higher than the Greater Hobart proportion of . Health indicators for senior residents are generally consistent with national trends.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The latest Census data sees New Norfolk placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of New Norfolk shows lower levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 90.9% of the population, 92.2% born in Australia, and 97.3% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.1% of residents. In contrast, the most distinct statistical difference is found in Judaism, which accounts for natural language absence of representation, compared to 0.1% in Greater Hobart.
Looking at parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries in the suburb of New Norfolk are English at 37.1% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 31.8%, Australian at 35.3%, exceeding the regional average of , and Irish at . Furthermore, the Australian Aboriginal population is higher than the regional rate, accounting for of residents in the suburb of New Norfolk compared to across the region.
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
New Norfolk's population is slightly older than the national pattern
Detail
The median age of 40 in the suburb of New Norfolk is close to the Greater Hobart average of 39 and slightly higher than the Australian median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 12.1% compared to Greater Hobart, while the 25 - 34 cohort has a lower share at 13.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort increased from 11.7% to 13.2% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.9% to 11.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 46% (representing people) to reach from . Combined cohorts aged + are projected to account for of total growth, reflecting an aging population, while the to and to age brackets are projected to decline.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
New Norfolk was found to possess well below average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with constrained supply across both long day care and out of school hours care.
Detail
New Norfolk currently has an estimated 387 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 229 children aged 0-2 and 154 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 12% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 378 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 595. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.
2.0
Income
0.7
Age
5.6
Household Composition
4.1
Housing
3.1
Cultural Diversity
0.6
Health
0.8
Housing Cost
1.1
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Districts utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 districts, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, and to calculate age cohort shifts after 2032, the Tasmanian State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, utilizing weighted aggregation of population changes from the LGA to the SA2 tier. Looking at future demographic patterns, the suburb of New Norfolk is projected to experience a population rise slightly below the median of all statistical localities reviewed by Districts, with the district anticipated to grow by 544 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing a total expansion of 6.5% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 6,455 | 256,734 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 6.9% | 3.9% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 6,037 | 247,086 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 8.0% | 17.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 13.0% | 83.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 79.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 6.5% | 11.6% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 435 | 151 | 3 |
Districts analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated across broader areas indicates that the 12-month period saw a contraction of 0.1% in the labor force and a 0.9% drop in total employment, driving the unemployment rate up by 0.7 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Hobart recorded a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.2% expansion in the labor force, and a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide context for future labor needs in the suburb of New Norfolk. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future trends. While country-wide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary by industry. Projecting these industry trends onto the employment structure of the suburb of New Norfolk suggests local employment could expand by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 2,591 | 130,494 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 19.7% | 17.3% | 15.2% |
| –Construction | 13.2% | 8.7% | 9.3% |
| –Retail Trade | 11.3% | 9.6% | 9.5% |
| Labour Force | 2,859 | 136,502 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 54.9% | 63.8% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 5.1% | 9.3% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 9.4% | 4.4% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -0.9% | -0.1% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.3% | 6.6% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 8 | 64 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 50,166 | 60,553 | 63,394 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 55,354 | 72,328 | 81,476 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 45,215 | 54,577 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 49,891 | 65,190 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,112 | 1,542 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 192 (7.6%) | 5,527 (5.6%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 732 (29.0%) | 19,047 (19.3%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 709 (28.1%) | 23,685 (24.0%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 714 (28.3%) | 31,778 (32.2%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 119 (4.7%) | 9,671 (9.8%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 58 (2.3%) | 8,981 (9.1%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,409 | 1,920 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 41 (2.4%) | 1,680 (2.5%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 340 (19.8%) | 7,662 (11.4%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 548 (31.9%) | 16,399 (24.4%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 636 (37.1%) | 25,807 (38.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 103 (6.0%) | 8,266 (12.3%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 48 (2.8%) | 7,393 (11.0%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 580 | 776 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,947 (30.2%) | 63,413 (24.7%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 2,173 (33.7%) | 68,291 (26.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 1,690 (26.2%) | 71,886 (28.0%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 574 (8.9%) | 44,672 (17.4%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 32 (0.5%) | 3,081 (1.2%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 39 (0.6%) | 5,391 (2.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 36.6% | 24.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 7.0% | 18.9% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $400 - 799 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 4,008 | 5,694 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 1.5 | 4.9 | 5.6 |
New Norfolk at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$510/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Jun 2026
+13.1%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 13.1% year on year to $510/wk (Period ending Jun 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $290/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 2,358 | 94,974 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 31.7% | 35.0% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 36.6% | 35.5% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 31.7% | 29.6% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 91.2% | 85.3% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 4.8% | 6.1% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 2.8% | 8.2% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,127 | 1,517 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 290 | 350 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 15.4% | 9.4% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 59.9% | 38.5% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 23.6% | 48.6% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.6% | 3.1% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 810 | 987 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 23.4% | 22.7% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 26.1% | 22.7% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 2,524 | 98,689 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 2,361 | 94,980 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 30.0% | 27.7% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 2.0% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 68.0% | 68.1% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 22.5% | 26.8% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 26.9% | 27.9% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 16.9% | 12.3% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.9 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 35.9% | 43.0% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 42.6% | 38.7% | 36.5% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 10.1% | 32.8% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 6.9% | 19.6% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 2.2% | 9.9% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 6.9% | 9.2% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 30.4% | 21.7% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 52.5% | 36.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 5 | 116 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 1,000 | 40,468 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 911 | 1,001 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 5 | 61 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Brigid's Catholic School | Primary | 188 | 965 | 0.30 |
| 2 | New Norfolk Primary School | Primary | 222 | 903 | 0.45 |
| 3 | Fairview Primary School | Primary | 284 | 888 | 0.75 |
| 4 | Indie School - Glenorchy (New Norfolk Campus) | Secondary | n.a | n.a | 0.84 |
| 5 | New Norfolk High School | Secondary | 306 | 889 | 1.16 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
10km · score 4
Hospital
14km · score 35
Shopping Centre
16km · score 1
Banks
12km · score 6
Pharmacy
5.7km · score 8
Fitness Centre
11km · score 6
Schools
979m · score 77
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 47.0% | 51.7% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 9.6% | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 58.5% | 65.5% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 25.5% | 22.9% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 10.0% | 7.6% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 6.0% | 3.9% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 11.5% | 9.8% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 8.6% | 7.7% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 2.6% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 5.9% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.7% | 3.6% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 3.0% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 12.2% | 10.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.9% | 7.7% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 7.8% | 19.8% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 92.2% | 80.2% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 90.9% | 85.0% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 97.3% | 86.6% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 2.7% | 13.4% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 4.8% | 3.0% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.7% | 1.4% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 44.1% | 39.8% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.3% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 54.4% | 53.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | New Norfolk | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 40 | 39 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 35 to 44 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 17.5% | 16.2% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 60.8% | 63.8% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 21.6% | 20.0% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 12.0% | 16.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 64.0% | 57.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
New Norfolk contains 2 Long Day Care centres (119 places) and 1 OSHC facility (45 places), while overall provision relative to the local child population appears limited compared to national benchmarks, and is below the Greater Hobart average. With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area (such services generally provided within schools in TAS), only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 3.2 - placing the area among the bottom 30% nationally for supply per child. To meet the Greater Hobart average 42 new places would be required (LDC+PSK to service the under 5 age group). Meanwhile, projected population decline of 2.3% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are lower female labour force participation of 47.9%, as well as lower quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 15.5 per 100 residents with 1,000 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This above-average concentration of school places suggests the area serves as something of a destination for educational services, which typically supports elevated childcare demand through school run convenience patterns. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is higher than average. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
3 school catchments intersect New Norfolk (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 735 children aged under 5 reside, served by 119 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 6.2 children per place, with limited variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts